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Aerate Lawn

Perforate the soil with small holes to allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate built-up thatch and reach the grass roots, reducing soil compaction.

Pro Tips
Aerate during the growing season when grass can recover quickly—spring or early fall for cool-season grasses and late spring for warm-season grasses.
Allow soil plugs to decompose naturally to return nutrients to the lawn.
Steps
1Determine if your lawn needs aeration
2Mark obstacles
3Aerate the lawn
4Water the lawn
Products
Lawn Aerator